Mechanical Engineer – EET Engineering

Al Futtaim Group

Dubai, UAE

Ref: HP698-8462

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Al-Futtaim Engineering is multi disciplinary engineering organisation which has been operating throughout the United Arab Emirates since 1974. As a member of the Al-Futtaim Group, we enjoy the benefits of being a part of one of the leading business houses operating in the lower Gulf Region.

Through our five divisions, we offer a wide variety of products and services in the construction, commercial and industrial sectors. Our involvement in numerous large scale projects in the UAE & Qatar has given us a wealth of experience. From Scaffolding to Elevators and Security Systems to Air-conditioning, Sanityware and Facilities Management, the Al-Futtaim name spells quality & reliability.

Our MEP Projects division provides solutions from design, engineering, supply, installation and commissioning in one coordinated package or as individual services in conjunction with other contractors. Some of our projects are residential buildings, offices, shopping malls, hospitals, hotels, schools, showrooms, public utility buildings, industrial units, mosques, warehouses, high rise towers and Infrastructure works.

In this role you will have the following responsibilities:

* Working knowledge to do / verify Heat load Calculations using Carrier E-20 programme.
* Working knowledge of chiller pipe sizing, Duct sizing, pump head calculations, Fan Static Calculation
* Should be familiar with the ASHRAE standards, Plumbing Codes.
* Assist/ provide information to drafting team to produce detailed design and drawings.
* Supervise Mechanical jobs based on shop drawings and specifications
* Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports and assess them against the project schedule
* Ensure the availability of adequate resources (manpower and material) for the execution of assigned job.
* Provide input to Quantity Surveyor for interim payment applications
* Coordinate with civil / electrical and mechanical work
* Conduct safety tool box lecture to enforce safety regulations for individuals on the site
* Raise inspection requests for work completed
* Ensure work is executed according to contract specifications, approved design drawings, agreed procedures, and method statements
* Implement strict adherence to safety rules and regulations
* Reduce the wastage of material and increase manpower productivity
* Interact with client and consultant regarding the status of work
* Complete necessary quality assurance documentation of work under direct control
* Negotiate with client and consultant for obtaining approvals for requested modifications
* Update drawings to fit newly approved modifications for As-Built drawings
* Check all installations in preliminary stage
* Enable testing and commissioning of  mechanical installations

Requirements

To be successful in winning this role, the following are the prerequisites:

* Bachelor Degree in Mechanical
* 7- 10 years in in MEP
* 5-10 years of Industry experience in gulf is preferable.
* Communication skills
* Perseverance and hard working nature
* Stress-Management skills
* Problem-Solving skills

About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.

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